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Monday, August 4, 2014

Creating a love of travel at a young age

Some adults have a wonderlust for travel.
From exploring national treasures to exotic lands, the desire to
travel seems to be innate. But where did that desire to grab a passport
and venture into the unknown develop? Can that love of travel be
instilled in a child?

Having
traveled to many countries across the continents, creating the love of
travel in my children is important. Without the endless funds to afford
trips around the world, our family seeks creative ways to cultivate the
love of travel in the kids. Here are a few ways that work in our
household.

Play a game

Kids love to play games. The family time around the coffee table can become a monthly or weekly tradition. A game like, Road Trip,
by Identity Games, can get your family to travel across the USA in a
board game. This fast paced game makes players think quickly about the
places you've traveled or the knowledge you can recall. Think of towns
that start with P or a travel itinerary with locales that start with A.
Road Trip by Identity Games retails for approximately $24.95.

Go out to eat

In many areas, restaurants
hold a gastronomic journey close to home. If your kids are willing to
try new foods and flavors, a dinner at a restaurant can spark a
conversation about travel. A tapas restaurant can be the basis for a
discussion about Spain. Maybe a Asian fusion restaurant can start a conversation about the differences between Korean BBQ and Japanese Hibachi.

Watch a television show

When a rainy day hits,
relaxation on the couch with an engaging show can be a perfect way to
pass the time. An hour watching the Travel Channel can create a list of
must visit destinations. From a trip to a Florida theme park to an international adventure, the whole family can give their top travel destinations for the next family vacation.